Mike Wiegele Powder Blog
Wow, we have had an amazing spring so far in Blue River… I think it is only fair I take this opportunity for a quick shout-out to the Powder Gods 
Thank you!
Lucky for us we have photographer extraordinaire John Schwirtlich to capture all our heliskiing fun. I put together a little Spring Fever gallery from the last few weeks for your viewing pleasure…enjoy! (click on thumbnail to view slideshow)
It is no secret skiers have less than pretty feet. Anybody that has ever squeezed their piggies into the hard and unforgiving shell of a ski boot knows they are not designed for any sort of beautification. Yet, for most of us, an ugly foot is a small price to pay for the pure unadulterated fun of a powder day.
That being said, whether you enjoy the occasional day on the slopes or you live to ski every day, a well-fitted ski boot can make all the difference.
Many people pay the extra price for custom fitted ski boots and liners but still experience hot spots where their foot rubs against the shell. A good boot tech can help with these trouble spots by heating up the plastic shell and stretching it in the localized area – a technique known as boot punching.
I was loitering in our Ski Shop the other afternoon and was able to observe Dustin, our Ski Shop Manager and boot fitter extraordinaire, helping a guest with this exact problem. It was pretty cool to watch so I thought I'd share it with the rest of you. (click on the thumbnail to view a larger image)
Happy Valentine's Day! Love is in the air and it has struck here in the Blue… the charm and charisma of Blue River's perfect powder has taken hold and a deep love has emerged. In honour of this "day-of-love", I asked a few people why they love powder and this amazing list occurred:
Top 10 Reasons Why I Love Powder 
January has been an exceptional month for us in the Blue… So much fun, people are dancing - Seriously! Thanks to GoPro footage from guest Scott Turner and Lead Guide Tim McLean, I was able to throw together this fun little clip for your powder viewing pleasure.
Enjoy 
It has been a tough snow year for some of you, with little or no powder to play in. So, I figured some Wiegele heliskiing eye candy may perk up your soul (either that or drive you mad with envy). So without further ado, check out these amazing shots captured by Lead Guide Tim McLean from this week's skiing…oh ya! (click on thumbnail to view larger image)
'Tis the season for amazing tree skiing in the Blue… anybody that has been here in December and January can attest to how fantastic it truly is.
So what is it, you ask, that makes it so? Well, I sat down with Lead Guide Bob Sayer and asked his take on the matter. Here is what he had to say:
"It snows in Blue River. A lot! That means we often ski in the trees. First time heliskiers are often apprehensive about tree skiing while long time skiers look forward to it. Why is that?
Well, first off, the best snow is almost always in the trees. The wind and sun don’t get at it so it is deeper and lighter in the trees. Also, the trees give better definition to the visibility so you can see the dips and hollows better than in the open when the light is flat.
People worry about hitting trees but that is seldom a problem. Unlike most other places you may have skied trees, the trees in the Cariboos and Monashees are widely spaced and the branches are covered in a thick layer of snow. The powder slows you down naturally so all you need to do is steer your feet to the open spaces between the trees.
When we ski in the trees we pair up with another skier and ski together. This way if one skier falls, loses a ski or gets stuck in a tree well, their partner is there to help them.
Skiing in the trees is my favourite. A day on Freefall, Screwball and Lempiere Run is as good a day as I can imagine".
For more tips on the art of tree skiing, check out this month's Powder Tips & Techniques by Lead Guide Tim McLean.
Wow… another amazing season is already under way and so far it has been epic! However, it is New Year's Eve and in celebration we thought we'd share some of the best of the best photos of the year captured by our amazing on-site photographer John Schwirtlich. (click on the thumbnail to view a larger image).
Our heliski guides definitely have a heart of gold 
… but we are not insinuating that there is an actual common physical anatomy of a ski guide.
However, the anatomy of what they sport out in the field is the same. On average, Wiegele Guides spend 120-140 days a year working in a harsh mountain environment. That being said, it is extremely important that they use only the best and most durable products available. So for all those curious cats out there, we put together this little diagram highlighting the exterior anatomy of a Wiegele guide.
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With so many places across the globe screaming for snow, we feel pretty fortunate to be in a place with no shortage of powder. We had a beautiful 30cm of fresh yesterday! Here is a short teaser from Lead Guide Tim McLean skiing on Ski World Trees…we are loving the Go Pro.
Yes!!! Our heli skiing season is in full swing and it has been an excellent first week. Despite modest snow levels around the globe, Blue River has held true to its reputation with a great base and fantastic skiing. We thought we'd share a few pics from our first turns, captured by our talented on-site photographer, John Schwirtlich of Certain Images. Be forewarned…these pictures may solicit severe envy and a strong urge to go heliskiing (click on the thumbnail to view the image).
